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DESTINATION SHOOTSUPERMODELEPICLorelei ParkerLorelei Parker, known by her ancestral name Blue Thunder Spirit Woman, is a M%u00e9tis Canadian Cultural Mediator, Rotary Peace Fellow, and Positive Peace Activator. A recognized alumna of the Governor General%u2019s Canadian Leadership Program, Lorelei has dedicated her career to peacebuilding, Indigenous advocacy, and the promotion of female leadership. Her work spans continents%u2014Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, and South America%u2014where she has collaborated with governments, non-profits, and the private sector on community-based projects that address conflict transformation, Indigenous issues, and the elevation of women%u2019s voices.Currently, Lorelei is the Team Lead for the City of Calgary%u2019s Indigenous Relations Office, contributing significantly to Calgary%u2019s commitments to Truth and Reconciliation. She also serves as a consultant for Mediators Beyond Borders International and Canadian Equality Consulting, focusing on projects that emphasize global Indigenous matters, anti-racism, and the enhancement of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.Lorelei holds an MBA with a specialization in leadership, which supports her efforts to create transformative spaces for peace through cross-cultural learning and relationship-building. Her passion for peacebuilding has deep roots in her experiences as an Indigenous woman in rural Alberta. Mentored by individuals who encouraged her to overcome socioeconomic challenges, she embarked on a life-changing journey through Rotary International%u2019s Youth Exchange.This early intercultural exposure ignited her mission to empower others to reconnect with their cultural heritage. Lorelei%u2019s commitment to her M%u00e9tis identity has reshaped her family%u2019s narrative, turning past feelings of shame into a source of pride and advocacy.As a public figure, Lorelei has gained global recognition, recently winning the prestigious Mrs. Unity World Elite title in India. Her accomplishments in the pageantry world include her reign as Mrs. Unity World Canada 2023-2024 and Mrs. Canada Globe 2020-2023. Throughout her reigns, Lorelei has brought M%u00e9tis culture to international stages, proudly Showcasing her heritage on an ongoing basis, not just as part of the national costume portion.Lorelei%u2019s advocacy extends to research, where she collaborates with Indigenous women worldwide to explore the unique roles they play in building community resilience and driving peace initiatives. Her work also addresses the intersection of gender and climate change, with a focus on the specific impacts on Indigenous women and their critical contributions to environmental conservation. She aims to center Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Being, strengthening community resilience against the climate crisisIn addition to her professional endeavors, Lorelei leads the #everydaypeacebuilder platform, which promotes female leadership in peace efforts on a local and global scale.52 MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 61